State College, Pa. – Drivers across central Pennsylvania should brace for strong thunderstorms tonight, with damaging winds and heavy rain threatening roads and outdoor plans. Travel on I-99 near State College could be especially hazardous during the evening as storms push through.
According to the National Weather Service in State College, storms may intensify late Thursday with lightning, gusts up to 50 mph, and brief downpours. Patchy fog could form overnight, further complicating early Friday travel. Commuters and students are urged to allow extra time and avoid flooded roadways.
Friday morning may bring lingering showers before clearing skies arrive by afternoon, offering relief for football games and outdoor events. Sunshine returns this weekend, though temperatures dip into the 40s at night, signaling the start of a fall-like stretch.
Counties from Centre to Blair and Huntingdon remain under the storm risk Thursday evening. Emergency officials advise charging devices, checking sump pumps, and limiting travel during peak storms. Spotters are also encouraged to report hail, downed trees, or localized flooding.
By Sunday, skies turn mostly sunny with highs in the upper 60s. Cooler nights will settle in through early next week, creating crisp fall mornings for outdoor activities and campus events.
Hazardous conditions tonight may bring more alerts if storms strengthen. Residents should monitor updates and prepare for sudden weather changes.
Five-Day Forecast for State College, PA
- Friday: Morning showers, then clearing. High near 81. Low 60.
- Saturday: Showers likely, isolated storms. High 69. Low 48.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 69. Low 45.
- Monday: Sunny, high near 70. Low 44.
- Tuesday: Partly cloudy, high near 73. Low 40.
